An overview of the history and prevalence of periodontal disease. Epidemiology of periodontal disease will be used to understand the risk factors for disease progression and the relationship of periodontal disease to systemic disease. Basic microbiology, normal flora, basic immunology and host parasitic interactions will be presented.

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DH810Dental Hygiene Care I

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An introduction to the profession of dental hygiene. Concepts and techniques of comprehensive dental hygiene patient/client care are presented and practiced in the clinical simulation lab and clinical setting. Client assessment and periodontal instrumentation are emphasized.

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DH811Dental Hygiene Care II

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This is a continuation of DH 810, Dental Hygiene Care I, introducing additional skills required to practice comprehensive dental hygiene care. Theory and techniques in advanced periodontal instrumentation are also included. Emphasis is placed on clinical application of current dental hygiene theory.

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DH813Radiology

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Lectures provide a basic understanding of the nature, production, effect and uses of radiation in dentistry. Additional topics presented include normal radiographic anatomy, anomalies and pathology, the techniques of extraoral radiology, the biological effects of x-ray exposure and the principles and practice of radiation hygiene. Intra-oral radiographic technique skills are developed by didactic¸laboratory, and clinical instruction.

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DH814Strategies for the Prevention of Oral Diseases

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Introduces concepts and strategies utilized in the promotion of oral health and prevention of oral diseases for the individual patient. Foundation knowledge in cariology is also presented.

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DH815Dental Materials

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Provides a background in the science dealing with the properties, manipulation, and care of materials used in the prevention and treatment of oral disease. This study will include the physical, mechanical, chemical and biological characteristics of these materials and their relationship to the oral environment.

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DH817Dental Anatomy

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Focuses on the form, function and nomenclature of the individual teeth in the permanent and primary dentitions. Development, size, shape, distinguishing characteristics and specific variations of the teeth are presented. The physiology of normal and abnormal occlusion is presented. A lecture and laboratory format is used, with laboratory activities including a variety of identification and discrimination exercises.

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DH818Child /Adolescent Patient

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Course provides entry-level preparation for clinical treatment of pediatric and adolescent patients by the dental hygiene student. Course content ranges from infancy through adolescence, including the following topics: behavior management and development, radiology, caries risk assessment and prevention techniques, tooth morphology of the primary dentition and development of the primary and mixed dentition occlusions, child abuse and neglect, as well as treatment planning and clinical record keeping.

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DH819Orthodontics

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Introduces students to the recognition of malocclusion. A review of osteology of the craniofacial region, cephalometrics, biomechanics, orthodontic treatment and the role of the dental hygienist in orthodontic practice are discussed.

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DH820Clinical Seminar

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An introduction to continuing education requirements for Dental Hygiene license renewal. Seminars are presented each week enhancing the dental hygiene student's understanding of issues which impact the practice of dental hygiene. Students gain experience maintaining evidence of education activities and analyzing credentials of seminar presenters.

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DH821Special Patient Care

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The study of three types of patients: individuals that are medically compromised, the physically and mentally disabled and the aged population. Emphasis will be placed on the modifications required for practicing dental hygiene care for all special patient groups.

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DH822Board Review

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Assists the dental hygiene student in preparing for the National, Regional and State licensing board examinations. All licensing requirements as well as content review, test construction, effective review methods, test taking strategies and anxiety control are presented. Test simulation is also conducted.

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DH823Periodontal Therapy I

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Designed to introduce students to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of periodontal diseases. The components of periodontal diagnoses are discussed at length so that a well thought out non-surgical plan(s) can ultimately be presented to the patient and carried out. Periodontal diseases are defined relative to the clinical and radiographic presentation.

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DH824Ethical, Legal & Professional Issues

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Designed to provide the dental hygiene student with skills necessary for the practice of dental hygiene in a dynamic health care environment. These skills include legal and ethical responsibilities, management and leadership as well as an understanding of the political, social, environmental and professional issues that impact on the practice of dental hygiene.

3.0

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DH828Scientific Literature

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Introduces the principles of the scientific method. Using small group discussions and activities, individual assignments, and organization analysis of data in class students will develop skills in reading the scientific literature, evaluating professional publications, and analyzing scientific information as it applies to an evidence based practice of dental hygiene.

2.0

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DH830Periodontal Therapy II

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Designed to acquaint the dental hygiene student with the clinical diagnosis and treatment of periodontal diseases. The role of the dental hygienist in the successful treatment of periodontal diseases will be stressed.

1.0

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DH831Temporomandibular Joint Pathology & Facial Pain

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Provides students didactic knowledge and concepts involved in recognizing non-dental sources of head and jaw pain through the patient history, detecting muscle and TMJ conditions by examination and understanding the TMJ disk derangement with current imaging technology. A variety of alternative treatment approaches, their risks and benefits will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on an conceptually sound, diagnostically based, interdisciplinary-oriented, patient-centered approach.

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DH832Intro to Ethical & Legal Issues

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Introduces the ethical and legal principles in guiding decision making and the practice of dental hygiene. The dental hygiene student will also become acquainted with the political, social, professional and employer/employee related issues that impact on a dental practice setting.

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DH833Management of Dental Hygiene Care

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Emphasizes the management of patient care through application of the skills and knowledge presented in past dental hygiene courses. The focus is on problem solving, using case-based patient situations related to oral health.

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DH835Scientific Presentation

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Provides the skills and opportunities to plan, develop, and present a table seminar or research poster presentation. Students will utilize research, writing and communication skills and apply those skills in the development of a table seminar or research poster to be presented in the classroom and at a variety of additional professional meetings. Instructional methods used in this course will be lecture, demonstration/practice, and small group participation in constructing various components of a table seminar or research poster presentation.

1.0

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DH847Directed Studies

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This course is offered only to dental hygiene degree completion students. Individually developed courses are offered in the student's area of interest.